this is Buster …
you might remember him from his sneak peek earlier on the blog.
Buster’s Serious session spanned several locations, and — as is typical of scruffy dog’s shoots — we’re often stopping along the way, whenever and wherever we find little patches of light or inspiration … whether it’s a little swath of clover on the side of a busy street …
… or the subway station
even the subway car itself.
when owner Giovanna signed her little man up for his Serious session, i’ll admit i was a little concerned when she admitted that he had no training and wasn’t food-motivated. knowing we were headed for locations where we’d be needing more poses vs. “wild” natural locations where he could run willy-nilly, i wasn’t certain Buster would be up for it.
i couldn’t have been more wrong. Buster was the consummate poser, and contrary to Giovanna’s booking form, Buster liked my treats just fine.
of course, Buster did give me his signature “look” more than a few times …
but truly, i think Buster enjoyed every minute. i certainly did. Giovanna and her little man were a pleasure to share my day with no matter where we went.
and the Distillery District was just an awesome place to hang out and shoot …
gorgeous colours, lots of textures, and – with Buster – lots of expressions …
but of course, no scruffy dog shoot would be complete without some crazy, dog-being-dog, action shots …
and some great skies …
and back home …
dance, Buster, dance!
and i just love Buster’s expression here …
but by late evening, i think Buster was done as he showed me to the door …
thanks for being such a fantastic model, Buster. i hope you enjoy your gallery, Giovanna. talk to you soon!
illonathanks so much, everyone. it was definitely a thrill to get my guys out on this old trail again. matea used to see this trail a couple of times a week when she was growing up, but then it became too saturated with “friendly” dogs, and we stopped using it. now the mud and more difficult access seems to have thwarted a lot of those friendly-dog owners, and it might be possible to go here once in a while again.
Holly Garner-JacksonSo glad that you got out with the kids! I’m sure Morley was watching and running alongside Merrick! His spirit lives on and will always nbe with you!
These are great, but you knew that! 😉
Sherry in MTDon’t always comment because well, ALL of your photos are so fabulous. How nice to get some time with your own pups though and am always glad to see them! Wish we lived closer so I could get you to do mine but I’ll continue to dream. LOL
Sherry
JillLOVE the one of Matea running, tongue wagging with the brilliant blue sky in the background. Beautiful pictures….again.
TatyanaI’m also loving that Merrick-jumping-over-log shot. Looks like a fabulous day!
Lisa B.Ah, Matea! You snuggle bug!
michelle bradshawillona, I especially love the shot of Merrick jumping over the log. It’s absolutley beautiful!!!!!
Michelle